2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
